Version: 3/20/2019 1
Administrative Master Syllabus
Course Information
Course Title
Introduction to Digital Media
Course Prefix, Num. and Title
IMED 1301 - Introduction to Digital Media
Division
Technology & Business
Department
Computer Science
Course Type
WECM Course
Course Catalog Description
A survey of the theories, elements, and hardware/software components of digital
media. Emphasis on conceptualizing and producing digital media presentations. This
course introduces students to vector and pixel-based image techniques. It provides
student with tools to create and/or manipulate illustrations.
Pre-Requisites
None
Co-Requisites
None
Semester Credit Hours
Total Semester Credit Hours (SCH): Lecture Hours:
Lab/Other Hours
3:2:2
Equated Pay Hours
3
Lab/Other Hours Breakdown: Lab Hours
2
Lab/Other Hours Breakdown: Clinical Hours
0
Lab/Other Hours Breakdown: Practicum Hours
0
Other Hours Breakdown
0
Approval Signatures
Title
Signature Date
Prepared by:
Department Head:
Division Chair:
Dean/VPI:
Approved by CIR:
Stephen Lyford
Digitally signed by Stephen Lyford
Date: 2020.06.11 00:22:17 -05'00'
Stephen Lyford
Digitally signed by Stephen Lyford
Date: 2020.06.11 00:22:32 -05'00'
David Kucera
Digitally signed by David Kucera
DN: cn=David Kucera, o=Wharton County Junior College, ou=Division of
Technology and Business, email=davidk@wcjc.edu, c=US
Date: 2020.06.11 11:56:31 -05'00'
Paul J. Quinn
Digitally signed by Paul J. Quinn
Date: 2020.06.12 08:35:49 -05'00'
Paul J. Quinn
Digitally signed by Paul J. Quinn
Date: 2020.06.12 08:36:07 -05'00'
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Additional Course Information
Topical Outline: Each offering of this course must include the following topics (be sure to include information regarding lab,
practicum, and clinical or other non-lecture instruction).
Communicate vector and pixel-based terminology to non-technologically savvy people
Create, recreate, manipulate, and save illustrations by using vector and pixel-based software programs
Various graphic file formats
Advantages and disadvantages of using vector and pixel based illustrations
Different image creation tools and techniques
Basics of different design concepts
Course Learning Outcomes:
Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, students will:
1. Utilize the elements and hardware/software components of digital media
2. Produce a digital media presentation; select optimal digital media strategies for various delivery systems
3. Examine digital media industry career opportunities.
Methods of Assessment:
All outcomes will be assessed by one or more of the following:
Individual/Group Assignments
Individual/Group Projects
Reading Assignments
Presentations
Lab Works/Assignments
Quizzes/Tests/Exams
Required text(s), optional text(s) and/or materials to be supplied by the student:
USB thumb/flash drive
High Speed Internet
Headphones
Suggested Course Maximum:
20
List any specific or physical requirements beyond a typical classroom required to teach the
course.
Computer Lab w/ a computer per student and instructor - current lab has 20
Baseline Computer Stats:
3.4 Ghz or higher
16 GB of memory or higher
Graphic Card: 2048 MB, 256-bit GDDR56008 MHz (effective), 192.26 GB/s or higher
26”-30” inch monitor
The course maximum is set by current equipment contained in the lab.
Projector w/ screen
Adobe Suite (Latest version)
Submission System (Blackboard or an equivalent or server space)
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Course Requirements/Grading System: Describe any course specific requirements such as research papers or
reading assignments and the generalized grading format for the course.
Course Requirements:
Quizes/Exams: 0-20%
Written Assignments: 5-15%
Assignments: 30-50%
Projects: 30-50%
Porfolio: 5-10%
Attendance/Participation: 5-10%
Grading System:
100 -90 = A
89 - 80 = B
79 - 70 = C
69 - 60 = D
and below = F
Curriculum Checklist:
Administrative General Education Course (from ACGM, but not in WCJC Core)No additional documents
needed.
Administrative WCJC Core Course. Attach the Core Curriculum Review Forms
Critical Thinking
Communication
Empirical & Quantitative Skills
Teamwork
Social Responsibility
Personal Responsibility
WECM Course -If needed, revise the Program SCANS Matrix and Competencies Checklist